Heard Ms. P. Dihingia, learned counsel, appearing for the applicant. Perused the petition dated 12-2-2016 filed by the respondent praying inter alia disposal of the appeal on merit.

              This is an application for condoning the delay of 153 days in preferring the accompanying appeal. We have perused the statements made in the application. The grounds for delay has been explained at para 4 of the application. We have found that sufficient causes have been shown for not preferring the appeal in time. Thus, considering the statements made in the application, particularly, statements made on oath at para 4 of the application, petition filed by the respondent also for the ends of justice, delay of 153 days in preferring the accompanying appeal is condoned.

              Misc Case is allowed and disposed of accordingly.